Obesity Statistics

 More than 1 in 3 U.S. adults

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are obese (CDC, 2017).
African Americans are more
Obesity:
likely to be obese compared
to other ethnic groups (CDC,
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2017).
North Carolina has the 16th
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highest adult obesity rate in
the nation (RWJF, 2017).
Brianah Williams, BS
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 Obesity is common, serious, Phone: (336) OBE-SITY
and costly (CDC, 2017). (336) 623-7489 A healthier you is a better you!
 Obesity can be prevented. Email: bmwilli8@uncg.edu
 What About Obesity?
 Obesity is a chronic condition
affecting 78.6 million adults in
the U.S. population.
 Obesity occurs when there is an
abnormal or excessive fat
accumulation in the body
presenting a risk to health or a
BMI greater than 30.
 You may be at risk for obesity if
you are physically inactive,
consume an unhealthy diet, and
have a family history of obesity.
 If you are obese, you are at risk
for developing type 2 diabetes,
high blood pressure, heart
disease, stroke, some forms of
cancer, and more.
Tips for Healthy Diet
 Limit red meat like
hamburger and steak
 Avoid bacon, cold cuts, and
other processed meats
 Use healthy oils like canola
oil and olive oil for cooking
 Eat a variety of vegetables
 Eat plenty of fruits of all
colors
 Limit sugary drinks like
juices and sodas
 Drink plenty of water
Tips for Physical Activity
 Take the stairs instead of the
elevator
 Park at the far end of the lot
 Walk around when talking
on the phone
 Do squats, sit-ups, or push-
ups during commercial
breaks
 Turn up the music and dance
 Join a local YMCA
 Find a walking buddy
 Get up and move every hour